Beachy (the developer) has stated that DGIV type do-everything autopilots will never appear in an XR vessel, because flying the ship is the pilot's job. I suppose I agree with him. Where's the fun in sitting back and watching it happen?
That's true to some extent. IMO I think ascents and most flight should be performed by the pilot, not only to stay sharp and of course keep all the orbiter skills and maneuvers fresh in the mind, but to have fun and challenge yourself.
However, if you've gotten the basics of Orbiter flight down and practiced, when flying longer flights (e.g. Earth to Mars), it can sometimes be a hassle - sometimes these flights require 4 or more course corrections. It can be mentally exhausting in the first place, much less having to concentrate 12 minutes non stop for launch. Also I think re-entries are way too tough to do by hand, especially in thick atmosphere like Earth. But virtually no autopilots exist to help with reentry... besides, in the future if/when spaceflight will become commercial, you're going to find most launch and landing systems will be automated, like they are today with the Shuttle.
Back on topic though, love those videos of the Ravenstar opening the hatch